So the last thread spiraled well off topic and was closed. It was re-opened, but I asked to have it closed once more, because it didn't appear to have been going anywhere positive.
If you care to learn about the AR-15 platform, watching this video is a great place to start. Not all rifles are created equally. There are standards to adhere to and you may or may not have found out that there are companies who will meet these standards, some who will not, and some who will exceed these standards. The term Budget has been somewhat phased out and no longer relevant due to the influx of higher priced rifles that fail to meet quality standards.
The standard for AR-15 rifles is based on the Technical Data Package that has been revised over the years for the M16 & M4 platform of rifles. Due to legalities, there are some modifications made to consumer rifles and therefore the term "Milspec" isn't really applicable.
https://www.arbuildjunkie.com/mil-spec-standard-weapon-systems/
AR Build Junkie is an excellent resource for information regarding the AR-15 platform.
Regardless if you buy an entry level rifle or a professional level rifle, there is no reason for it to be assembled improperly. When you spend your money with a company that has a reputation for quality, you are not only ensuring that you have quality parts, but you are ensuring that the rifle itself was assembled with knowledge and experience. I have multiple examples of entry level companies cutting corners to assemble their products faster and cheaper, which yields a higher profit margin. The only thing I can ask is for everyone to be informed and educate themselves. There are a lot of new firearm owners thanks to this surge in gun sales. Many of them are uneducated. Do your own homework. Research the why and not the who.
Lastly, if you are new to AR-15's or experienced with them, I highly suggest you listen to this video where Pat Rogers explains some things about the platform.
If you care to learn about the AR-15 platform, watching this video is a great place to start. Not all rifles are created equally. There are standards to adhere to and you may or may not have found out that there are companies who will meet these standards, some who will not, and some who will exceed these standards. The term Budget has been somewhat phased out and no longer relevant due to the influx of higher priced rifles that fail to meet quality standards.
The standard for AR-15 rifles is based on the Technical Data Package that has been revised over the years for the M16 & M4 platform of rifles. Due to legalities, there are some modifications made to consumer rifles and therefore the term "Milspec" isn't really applicable.
So, just what does MIL-SPEC really mean? Simply put, it means that there is a standard in place. In this case, a military standard (MIL-STD) or military specification (MIL-SPEC) acts as a way to ensure consistent reliability across a multitude of equipment.
The largest standard that we see within the AR world is known as the TDP, or “Technical Data Package.” The TDP was something created by Colt which states proprietary information on their rifles. This means size of gas port, length of springs, etc. This TDP became THE standard.
https://www.arbuildjunkie.com/mil-spec-standard-weapon-systems/
AR Build Junkie is an excellent resource for information regarding the AR-15 platform.
Regardless if you buy an entry level rifle or a professional level rifle, there is no reason for it to be assembled improperly. When you spend your money with a company that has a reputation for quality, you are not only ensuring that you have quality parts, but you are ensuring that the rifle itself was assembled with knowledge and experience. I have multiple examples of entry level companies cutting corners to assemble their products faster and cheaper, which yields a higher profit margin. The only thing I can ask is for everyone to be informed and educate themselves. There are a lot of new firearm owners thanks to this surge in gun sales. Many of them are uneducated. Do your own homework. Research the why and not the who.
Lastly, if you are new to AR-15's or experienced with them, I highly suggest you listen to this video where Pat Rogers explains some things about the platform.
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